Assistant Program Administrator DNAP

Newman University; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Waiver after one year

Work-life balance benefits

Job summary

Newman University’s School of Nursing and Allied Health invites applications for a full-time Assistant Program Administrator to support the DNAP program in Wichita, KS. You will coordinate didactic and clinical education, and teach in classroom and lab settings.

Collaborating with the Program Administrator, you will assist in curriculum development, student advising, and clinical site engagement to maintain accreditation standards and program excellence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Doctoral degree earned (DNP, DNAP, PhD, or EdD).
• NBCRNA certification and current Kansas credentials (RN/APRN/CRNA).
• Minimum of 5 years in administrative, clinical, and/or didactic roles.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and scholarly engagement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate DNAP program activities to ensure compliance with university policies, COA standards, and KSBN regulations.
• Collaborate with the Program Administrator on development, leadership, and strategy.
• Support student recruitment, admissions, evaluation, advising, and retention.
• Teach and supervise students in classroom, lab, and clinical settings, including anesthesia administration.
• Oversee doctoral scholarly projects and student mentorship.
• Maintain relationships with clinical partners and participate in site visits.
• Engage with professional organizations to support curriculum quality and program excellence.
• Represent and promote the program through outreach and marketing.
• Participate in university, program, and healthcare committees.
• Foster a positive academic environment and professional growth.

Skills

Administrative leadership

Curriculum development

Clinical supervision

Mentorship

Communication skills

Education

Doctoral degree (DNP, DNAP, PhD, or EdD)

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Graduate of DNAP program or equivalent

Job description

The School of Nursing and Allied Health at Newman University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Program Administrator (APA) for the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program. This position supports the day-to-day operations of the program, including coordination of didactic and clinical education and teaching in classroom and lab settings, while contributing to a mission-driven environment that values respect, engagement, and service to diverse communities in alignment with Newman University’s Catholic identity and the Adorers of the Blood of Christ.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating DNAP program activities to ensure compliance with university policies, COA standards, and KSBN regulations
• Collaborate with the Program Administrator in program development, leadership, and strategic initiatives
• Support student recruitment, admissions, evaluation, advising, and retention efforts
• Teach and supervise students in classroom, lab, and clinical settings, including anesthesia administration
• Facilitate and oversee doctoral scholarly projects
• Provide student mentorship and counseling regarding academic and clinical performance
• Participate in clinical site visits and maintain relationships with clinical partners
• Engage with professional organizations to support curriculum quality and program excellence
• Participate in university, program, and healthcare committees
• Foster a positive academic environment that supports learning and professional growth
• Represent and promote the program through outreach, marketing, and professional engagement
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Waiver for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents after one year of employment
• Additional benefits supporting health, financial security, and work-life balance

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program from a regionally accredited institution
• Earned doctoral degree (DNP, DNAP, PhD, or EdD)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in administrative, clinical, and/or didactic roles
• Certification by the National Board of Certification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
• Current, unencumbered Kansas credentials (RN license, APRN certification, and CRNA authorization)
• Demonstrated knowledge of anesthesia equipment, techniques, and procedures
• Preparation in curriculum development, instruction, testing, and evaluation
• Commitment to ongoing professional development (e.g., recertification, continuing education, scholarly engagement)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the university is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time